The Jones Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Jones Trust is a private foundation in Springdale, Arkansas. In tax year 2024 it gave $500,661 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $500,661 and the largest $500,661. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$500,661
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$500,661
- Largest grant$500,661
- Assets$77.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.1 million the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.1 million | 1 | $75.6 million |
| 2024 | $500,661 | 1 | $77.1 million |
How to apply
The Jones Trust says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Jones Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Arkansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | 1 | $500,661 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Jones Center for Families Inc | Provide funding for the jones center | $500,661 |
Officers and trustees
- Dr Joel Carver
- Betsy Phillips
- Archie Schaffer III
- Adam Arroyos
- Brandon Taylor
- Celia Swanson
- Russell Tooley
- Mike Luttrell
- Jeffrey Williams
- Chris Sooter
- Jason Nichol
- Jane Ewing
- Ed Clifford
- Carmen Kingston
- Marshall Ney
Questions people ask
Does The Jones Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Jones Trust give?
$500,661 in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $500,661.
Who runs The Jones Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Dr Joel Carver (Director), Betsy Phillips (Director), Archie Schaffer III (Director) and Adam Arroyos (Director) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does The Jones Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services.